Quick Lookups: Fluids

2018 Chevrolet Spark LS, Standard TransSECTION Fluids
FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil 1.70 OZS. 0.05 L PAG 46 S
Air Cond Refrigerant R-1234yf 0.84 LBS. 0.38 KG R-1234yf S
Air Cond Refrigerant R-134 0.90 LBS. 0.4 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid 6.55 QTS. 6.19 L ACDelco CVT Fluid S
Brake Fluid 0.80 QTS. 0.75 L DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid S
Engine Coolant 4.64 QTS. 4.39 L 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Engine Oil w/Filter 4.23 QTS. 4 L API - SAE 0W-20 Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. S
Fuel Tank 9.00 GALS. 34.06 L S
Manual Transmission Fluid 1.90 QTS. 1.79 L Transmission Fluid XGP SAE 75W85W S
Windshield Washer Fluid 2.64 QTS. 2.49 L Windshield Washer Fluid Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. S
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